Best Aubrey and Emma Podcasts (2024)

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The Diary of Theresa Angelino Viscardi part 2: Sister Feels 1:36:53

1M ago1:36:53

1:36:53

Dear Diary, This week we are wrapping up our discussion on West to a Land of Plenty: The Diary of Theresa Angelino Viscardi! And boy, there is so much to discuss. We pick up where we left off, with the Viscardis and Co. who have exchanged a steam train for a wagon train and are making their way across the Dakotas. Disease and death plague the trave…

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The Diary of Theresa Angelino Viscardi part 1: West to a Land of Trains 1:30:48

1M ago1:30:48

1:30:48

Dear Diary, New story time! Today we are starting our recap of West to a Land of Plenty: The Diary of Theresa Angelino Viscardi. This story takes place in 1883 and follows Theresa and her family as they travel west to the Idaho Territory. The book was written by Jim Murphey (his first Dear America book) and published in 1998. The first half of this…

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Historical Note: Ranger Sam Mischke from the Reconstruction Era National Historical Park 59:14

2M ago59:14

59:14

Dear Diary, We made another new friend! Added to our collection of National Parks Service Ranger guests is Ranger Sam Mischke from the Reconstruction Era National Historical Park in Beaufort, South Carolina. Sam told us the fascinating history of Beaufort's role as a hub for the Union Army and freed African Americans beginning in 1861. We talk abou…

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A Brief Update 5:00

3M ago5:00

5:00

This is a short update regarding the future of Thinking Sideways. Feel free to message me over on Instagram: thinking_sideways_podcast Want to support Thinking Sideways even more? https://www.buzzsprout.com/2055565/support Any and all support is greatly appreciated :) Support the Show.By Aubrey

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Club Penguin 50:54

3M ago50:54

50:54

POV: I talk to you for 50 minutes straight about Club Penguin :) Did you read above? Because that is literally what this is. I yap about the history and drama of Club Penguin. A lot information regarding the history of Club Penguin was retrieved through several blogs such as this one: https://rocketsnail.com/blog/2011/02/21/experimenting-with-pengu…

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The Diary of Patsy, a Freed Girl Part 2: Promises Promises 1:45:48

3M ago1:45:48

1:45:48

Dear Diary, Today we accomplished a true feat by charging through the rest of Patsy's story! Join us as we power through to find out what happens to Patsy and the rest of the freed folk of Davis plantation. Will they ever get a teacher? Will Patsy choose her new name? Yours Truly, Cate and Jen RibbonBookClubPod.com @RibbonBookPod on Facebook and In…

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The Diary of Patsy, a Freed Girl part 1: Reconstruction Deserves More Attention 1:04:18

3M ago1:04:18

1:04:18

Dear Diary, This week we are cracking open a new book! I Thought My Soul Would Rise and Fly: The Diary of Patsy, a Freed Girl was written by Joyce Hansen and published in 1997. It was awarded the Coretta Scott King Award in 1998, which recognizes "outstanding books for young adults and children by African Americans that reflect the African American…

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Historical Note Continued: Susan Campbell Bartoletti 54:04

4M ago54:04

54:04

Dear Diary, We have a special extra treat for you! We are here with a further historical note about the Irish Famine with author, Susan Campbell Bartoletti! Bartoletti is an author and speaker who does not shy away from tough topics in history. We had her on the show to talk about writing history and historical fiction for young readers. We also ha…

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Historical Note: Ranger Aubrey Brown 1:41:51

4M ago1:41:51

1:41:51

Dear Diary, This week we got to talk to Ranger Aubrey Brown who works at the Lowell National Historic Park! Aside from becoming instant best friends, we also learned a lot about the real history of Lowell, Massachusetts, and the textile mills that made it famous. Tune in to hear about how the city of Lowell was planned, how textile mills worked har…

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Accessibility 1:10:12

5M ago1:10:12

1:10:12

We talk about the lack of accessibility that we have witnessed in our lives, and the ways in which people and businesses can make changes. Some of our topics include wheelchair use, the treatment of blind people, treatment of Deaf people, and a few others. While we may not be directly affected by a lack of accessibility, it is still worth having a …

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The Diary of Mary Driscoll, an Irish Mill Girl Part 2: Is She, You Know 1:30:14

5M ago1:30:14

1:30:14

Dear Diary, On to the second half of our discussion of So Far From Home: The Diary of Mary Driscoll, an Irish Mill Girl! This time, we finally make it to Lowell and the mills! Mary catches on quickly to her work in the mills. Thanks, in part, to her new friend, Annie. And aren't they just great gal pals? But life in the mills is hard work. Accident…

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The Diary of Mary Driscoll, an Irish Mill Girl Part 1: We'd Huck a Rotten Potato at an English Landlord No Problem 1:33:51

5M ago1:33:51

1:33:51

Dear Diary, It's new book time! And this one is a fan favorite. We're reading So Far From Home: The Diary of Mary Driscoll, an Irish Mill Girl. This is the second book in the series by Barry Denenberg and it was published in 1997. The story begins in Skibbereen, Ireland where Mary Driscoll lives with her Ma and Da. Ireland is in the depths of the p…

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Campus Highlights 58:08

6M ago58:08

58:08

We're back... again...? Okay but seriously, how many times are we going to say that?? Any hoot, in this episode we talk about books, relationships, and some of the little moments along the way that helped to bring us closer together. Who knows what happens here, maybe even our roommate Chloe makes an appearance... Feel free to message us over on In…

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Historical Note: Ranger Chris Carey on the Oregon Trail 1:25:39

7M ago1:25:39

1:25:39

Dear Diary, We got to talk to an old friend of Jen's, Chris Carey about his work at the Whitman Mission National Historic Site! Chris had some great facts to share about life on the Oregon Trail and some fresh insight into the story of the Whitman Mission. Chris also had a surprise choose-your-own-adventure game at the end of our conversation! Oreg…

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The Oregon Trail Diary of Hattie Campbell Part 2: Manifesting Gal Pals 1:01:45

8M ago1:01:45

1:01:45

Dear Diary, It's the second half of our recap of Across the Wide and Lonesome Prairie: The Oregon Trail Diary of Hattie Campbell! We get to find out what happens to the Campbells and their wagon train as it continues along the trail. Will Hattie ever get a straight answer about what marriage is like? Will Wade ask Hattie to dance? Will the klepto M…

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The Oregon Trail Diary of Hattie Campbell Part 1: Manifesting Destiny 1:50:14

8M ago1:50:14

1:50:14

Dear Diary, We took a nice long break but we're back with another season and a new book! This week we're reading the first half of Across the Wide and Lonesome Prairie: The Oregon Trail Diary of Hattie Campbell. It was written by Kristiana Gregory and it was published in 1997. This marks our first repeat author! In the book, we are introduced to Ha…

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We're Back! 18:08

10M ago18:08

18:08

We're alive?? In this episode we share a rundown of what has been going on in our chaotic college lives! Feel free to message us over on Instagram: thinking_sideways_podcast Want to support Thinking Sideways even more? https://www.buzzsprout.com/2055565/support Any and all support is greatly appreciated :) Support the Show.…

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Historical Note: Paul Ringel on Writing the Civil War for Kids 1:16

12M ago1:16

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Dear Diary, We finished our first season with a great chat with Paul Ringel! Paul is a history professor at High Point University, and an author of books including Commercializing Childhood: Children's Magazines, Urban Gentility, and the Ideal of the Child Consumer in the United States, 1823-1918 and Kid History, Inc.: Selling Children the American…

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Hiatus! 7:44

1y ago7:44

7:44

Woah! What happened?? We survived our first year at college! Sorry for falling off the face of the earth, we hope this short update helps to explain our plans for the future. As always, thank you for listening! Feel free to message us over on Instagram: thinking_sideways_podcast Want to support Thinking Sideways even more? https://www.buzzsprout.co…

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The Diary of Clotee, A Slave Girl Part 2: Escape from Belmont Plantation 2:06:18

1y ago2:06:18

2:06:18

Dear Diary, We finished recapping A Picture of Freedom: The Diary of Clotee, a Slave Girl by Patricia C. McKissack, and what an incredible story! So much happened: we learned more about the abolitionists and Spicy's history, and Clotee figured out what freedom looked like to her. An engaging and essential read. Tune in to hear more! Yours Truly, Ca…

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The Diary of Clotee, a Slave Girl Part 1: We Friend-ship It! 1:44:20

1y ago1:44:20

1:44:20

Dear Diary, On to a new book, and boy, this one is different than the last! A Picture of Freedom: The Diary of Clotee, a Slave Girl was written by Patricia C. McKissack and was published in 1997. (a very good year!) Clotee is a clever 12-year-old girl who works in the Big House on a plantation in Virginia and teaches herself how to read and write. …

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The Civil War Diary of Emma Simpson Part 2: Frankly My Dear, We Don’t Give a @#$%&! 1:22:22

1y ago1:22:22

1:22:22

Dear Diary, We're back for part 2 of our discussion of When Will This Cruel War Be Over?: The Civil War Diary of Emma Simpson written by Barry Denenberg. Is it better than the first half? Wellllll...... on the plus side, there's more action! Tune in to find out what's in store for Emma, Tally, and Cousin Rachel. What happens when the Yankees come t…

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The Civil War Diary of Emma Simpson Part 1: Gone With the Wind...for Kids? 1:52:41

1y ago1:52:41

1:52:41

Dear Diary, We've reached book 3 in the series! And it's... certainly something! Author Barry Denenberg tackles a big topic with When Will This Cruel War Be Over?: The Civil War Diary of Emma Simpson. We have a lot of thoughts about this book, namely, why did they choose to focus on a slave-owning white girl from the South? Tune in to hear our hot …

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Historical Note: Beth Dhunjisha from Valley Forge National Historical Park 1:18:37

1y ago1:18:37

1:18:37

Dear Diary, Now that we're done reading The Winter of Red Snow: The Revolutionary War Diary of Abigail Jane Stewart, we got to talk to a park ranger from Valley Forge National Historical Park! Ranger Beth Dhunjisha shared with us some great information about the history of the Continental Army's winter encampment of 1777-1778. We talked about myths…

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The Diary of Abigail Jane Stewart Part 2: Greyhounds in Bounty Coats 2:01:05

1+ y ago2:01:05

2:01:05

Dear Diary, This week we finished recapping The Winter of Red Snow: The Revolutionary War Diary of Abigail Jane Stewart. We learned about Baron Von Steuben training the Continental Army, Elizabeth learned what happened to her bounty coat, and we had a lot of feelings about George Washington and Lucy's parents! Tune in to hear all that, and stay tun…

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The Diary of Abigail Jane Stewart Part 1: The Army Marches into Valley Forge 2:04:05

1+ y ago2:04:05

2:04:05

Dear Diary, On to book two! This week we're recapping the first half of The Winter of Red Snow: The Diary of Abigail Jane Stewart written by Kristiana Gregory and published in 1996. In Abigail's diary, we learn about the winter encampment at Valley Forge in the winter of 1777-1778. We meet George Washington and Abigail's friend, Lucy. Topics of dis…

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Historical Note: Tom Begley from Plimoth Patuxet Museums 56:58

1+ y ago56:58

56:58

Dear Diary, We had our first guest on the show! Tom Begley from Plimoth Patuxet Museums spoke to us about what he does at the museum, life in the early Plimoth settlement, and writing historical fiction for young readers. We had a lovely conversation, and we hope you enjoy listening to it! Yours truly, Cate and Jen P.S. You can find Plimoth Patuxet…

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Public School 1:11:40

1+ y ago1:11:40

1:11:40

We talk about our experiences with public school, which includes nutrition/fitness programs, competition, integration of new students, funding problems, as well as many other problems in the American public school system. Feel free to join the conversation over on Instagram: thinking_sideways_podcast Want to subscribe to the podcast? https://www.bu…

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The Diary of Remember Patience Whipple Part 2: Settling in Plimoth 2:16:27

1+ y ago2:16:27

2:16:27

Dear Diary, We were so excited to sit down and talk about the second half of A Journey to the New World! In this half, we learned about the Pilgrim's first winter in Plimoth. We talked about Mem's interactions with the Native Americans and learned about the devastating effects of illness on the fledgling settlement. Spoiler alert, there's a lot tha…

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The Diary of Remember Patience Whipple Part 1: Sailing on the Mayflower 1:22:37

1+ y ago1:22:37

1:22:37

Dear Diary, It’s the first episode! We read the first half of A Journey to the New World: The Diary of Remember Patience Whipple by Katherine Lasky and had so much fun talking about it. Did you know the Mayflower was called a “sweet ship”? Or that the pilgrims called themselves “saints” and lived in the Netherlands before they traveled to North Ame…

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The Ribbon Book Club - Trailer 1:31

1+ y ago1:31

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Dear Diary, We're starting a podcast! For some of us, the Dear America book series was a huge part of our lives growing up. Now that we're older, we want to take a look back and see how they hold up. We'll talk about the history behind these stories, discuss the joys and drama of adolescent girlhood, and interview historical experts! Join us as we …

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Immortality 47:53

1+ y ago47:53

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We face the question: "If you could stay the same age and live forever, would you?" We bring on our first guest to the podcast! Abby joins us to provide her point of view to the conversation. Together we run through this hypothetical thought experiment to boil down the meaning between life and death. You can find us on Instagram! @thinking_sideways…

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1st Semester Recap 22:09

1+ y ago22:09

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We reflect on our first semesters in college, which includes things we learned, as well as our advice. We also talk about future plans with the podcast and our plans for our second semester. Also you can find a link to our podcast on the Wisdom app! Thanks for listening! Insta: @thinking_sideways_podcast Subscribe to support the podcast: https://ww…

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Daydreaming 52:37

1+ y ago52:37

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In this episode of Thinking Sideways we talk about daydreaming, maladaptive daydreaming, and aphantasia! We also discuss our personal experiences with visualization. If you're interested in the sources we pulled from, you can find them listed below. https://sites.dartmouth.edu/dujs/2011/02/03/science-of-daydreaming/ https://my.clevelandclinic.org/h…

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Stress Update #1 32:37

2y ago32:37

32:37

In this episode we provide our very first stress update, where we talk about our 3 main stressors, coping methods, and personal growth. Follow us to see how we adapt to stress! Support the Show.By Aubrey and Emma

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College Life 38:40

2y ago38:40

38:40

In this episode we discuss our experience with moving into college as first year students. Some of the topics include dorm life, meal plans, roommates, jobs, scheduling, and more! Insta: @thinking_sideways_podcast Support the Show.By Aubrey and Emma

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Welcome to Thinking Sideways! 9:12

2y ago9:12

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Aubrey and Emma share goals, interests, and hobbies in this episode! Follow along for a brief background story about "Thinking Sideways," and the plan for future episodes. Support the Show.By Aubrey and Emma

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Episode 8: And That's on Periodt. 30:54

3y ago30:54

30:54

In today's episode we are breaking down all the T from Degrassi The Next Generation Episode 9: Coming of Age. We discuss love languages, female empowerment, and Sean's love for astrology. Also, is Spike coming for Paige's spot as THE fashion icon of DTNG? All that and more! Subscribe, like, and share! Watch along here: https://www.youtube.com/watch…

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Episode 7: Gay Times at Degrassi High 34:41

3+ y ago34:41

34:41

In today's episode we are breaking down all the T from a problematic episode of Degrassi The Next Generation Episode 8: Secrets & Lies. We discuss coming out stories, JT's homophobia, and that Hilary Duff PSA that lives in your head rent free. Also, is Ashley the next Real Housewife of Degrassi? All that and more! Subscribe, like, and share! Watch…

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Episode 6: Spin & Buss It 31:59

3+ y ago31:59

31:59

In today's episode we are breaking down all the T from Degrassi The Next Generation Episode 7: Basketball Diaries. We discuss Manny Santos' Buss It Challenge, Jimmy's poor choices, and #Justice4Janet. Also, a special message from Miss Paige Michalchuk herself! Subscribe, like, and share! Watch along here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDHeOZeE7D…

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Episode 5: Aubrey, Ashley, & a Gaudy Necklace 33:14

3+ y ago33:14

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In today's episode we are breaking down all the T from Degrassi The Next Generation Episode 6: The Mating Game. We discuss Canadian Sex Ed, Aubrey's acting skills, and Paige's on-going messy behavior. Also, does Degrassi avoid racial issues? Asha gives her thoughts on that and more! Subscribe, like, and share! Watch along here: https://www.youtube.…

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Episode 4: Redemption for Emma Nelson?? 44:44

3+ y ago44:44

44:44

In today's episode we are breaking down all the T from Degrassi The Next Generation Episode 5: Parent's Day. We discuss Toby's trauma, rebellious phases, and Emma's (few) redeeming qualities. Also, is #SEMMA a thing? Subscribe, like, and share! Watch along here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxBLAet51YY…

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Episode 3: Terri Deserves Better 43:02

3+ y ago43:02

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In today's episode we are breaking down all the T from Degrassi The Next Generation Episode 4: Eye of the Beholder. We discuss insecurities, Paige's messy behavior, and early 2000's school dances. Also, why is Emma so obsessed with the new kid? Subscribe, like, and share! Watch along here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZxchQ_Rnx-A…

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Jamie Spore: Living with a Disability, Body Image Challenges, & Advocating for Inclusiveness 1:05:38

3+ y ago1:05:38

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For the final episode of season one, Jamie joins the podcast to talk about her experiences living life with a disability. Jamie has Hydrocephalus and Spina Bifida, and has been paraplegic since birth. As a kid, she felt deeply self conscious, bitter, and angry that she was different than her peers. She talks about body image and her daily struggles…

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Episode 2: Paige Michalchuk is a Fashion ICON 53:43

3+ y ago53:43

53:43

In today's episode we are breaking down all the T from Degrassi The Next Generation Episode 3: Family Politics. We discuss family drama, our love for Ms. Kwan, and Paige Michalchuk's ICONIC fashion choices. Also, is Spinner coming for Emma's spot as "The Worst?" All that and more! Subscribe, like, and share! Watch along here: https://www.youtube.co…

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Emma Poole: Being Present, Body Pressures in Dance, & Getting Balanced 44:26

3+ y ago44:26

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Emma tells us about her childhood and the particular moment when she started feeling expectations around her body. These pressures to look a certain way, “like a dancer”, stuck with her through university as she went on to study dance. Emma talks about having a negative relationship with food, the struggles of looking in a mirror all day, and becom…

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Episode 1: Why Is Emma Nelson the Worst? 56:40

3+ y ago56:40

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In today's episode we are breaking down all the T from Degrassi The Next Generation Episodes 1 and 2: Mother & Child Reunion. We discuss 2001 fashion, our Queen Manuela Santos, and Emma's attitude problem. Also, is Siri trying to kill Asha? All that & more! Subscribe, like, and share! Watch along here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MYbAGbtagds&t=…

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Aubrey Wall: Body Confidence Coaching, Eating Disorder Recovery, & Gaining Acceptance 48:21

3+ y ago48:21

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Aubrey joins the podcast to talk about her experiences dealing with an eating disorder (*trigger warning*), being an athlete, and her work as a body confidence coach. She tells us how her body image changed upon moving away from home and becoming a more competitive athlete. Aubrey started restricting her eating and was later diagnosed with anorexia…

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Oran Leong: Masculinity, Forming a Dance Identity, & Looking Inwards 57:08

3+ y ago57:08

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Oran talks about his teen years, growing up as many (or all?) of us do, not really loving the way he looked and not feeling like he fit in. Upon starting Irish dancing, gender norms were prevalent and he felt pressure to “be masculine” in his dancing. He talks about his experience in competitive dance - the pressure, criticism, and often unhealthy …

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Margo Mitchell: Finding a Fitness Community, Battling Brain Cancer, & Feeling your Feelings 54:01

3+ y ago54:01

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Margo talks about feeling like the biggest, tallest girl growing up, and how it affected her self-image. She restricted her eating from a young age and struggled to stop comparing herself to other girls. We talk about femininity, sports, and the expectations of other people. Margo opens up about dating, and how her body image sometimes held her bac…

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